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Skin Laxity Treatment in Beverly Hills

Skin laxity refers to the gradual loss of firmness, elasticity, and structural support in the skin. As collagen and elastin decline over time, the skin may appear looser, less defined, or crepey—most commonly affecting the face, jawline, neck, and eye area.
AAt HALO Beverly Hills, we treat skin laxity using customized, anatomy-based protocols designed to stimulate collagen, improve skin quality, and restore definition—without overfilling or over-tightening.

What Causes Skin Laxity?

Skin laxity develops when the skin gradually loses its ability to stay firm, elastic, and well-supported. This process is multifactorial and differs from person to person, which is why skin laxity can appear earlier or more noticeably in some individuals than others.

1. Natural Aging & Collagen Loss

As we age, our bodies naturally produce less collagen and elastin, the proteins responsible for skin strength and elasticity. Beginning as early as our mid-20s, collagen production declines each year. Over time, this leads to thinning skin, reduced elasticity, and a gradual loosening of the skin’s support structure.

2. Breakdown of the Skin’s Support Structure

Skin laxity is not only about the surface of the skin. Changes occur at multiple levels, including:

- Loss of collagen in the dermis
- Weakening of elastin fibers
- Changes in underlying fat distribution
- Reduced structural support over time

These combined changes contribute to sagging, loss of definition, and crepey texture—especially around the jawline, neck, and eyes.

3. Sun Exposure & Environmental Damage

Chronic sun exposure accelerates collagen breakdown through a process known as photoaging. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation damages collagen fibers, weakens skin elasticity, and speeds up the aging process. Environmental factors such as pollution and oxidative stress can further compromise skin integrity and firmness.

4. Genetics & Skin Quality

Genetics play a significant role in determining:

- Skin thickness
- Baseline collagen levels
- Elasticity and healing capacity

Some individuals naturally have thinner skin or weaker connective tissue, making them more prone to skin laxity even at a younger age.

5. Weight Fluctuations & GLP-1–Related Weight Loss

Significant or rapid weight changes can contribute to skin laxity by stretching the skin beyond its ability to fully recoil. When weight is lost quickly, the skin may not have enough time to adapt, leading to looseness—especially in areas where skin is thinner or already prone to laxity, such as the face, jawline, and neck.

In recent years, we’ve also seen an increase in skin laxity associated with GLP-1 medications (such as semaglutide and similar agents), which can lead to accelerated weight loss. While these medications can be effective for weight management, the rapid reduction in underlying fat and volume may reveal or worsen skin laxity, particularly in the lower face and neck.

This type of laxity is often related to a combination of:

- Sudden volume loss
- Reduced skin support
- Pre-existing collagen depletion

For these patients, treatment planning focuses on stimulating collagen, improving skin quality, and restoring firmness, rather than simply replacing volume.

6. Hormonal & Lifestyle Factors

Hormonal changes—such as those that occur with aging or menopause—can reduce collagen production and skin elasticity over time. Lifestyle factors including chronic stress, poor sleep, smoking, and nutritional deficiencies can further accelerate collagen breakdown and impair the skin’s ability to maintain firmness and repair itself.

Together, these internal and external influences can contribute to thinning skin, loss of elasticity, and increased skin laxity, especially when combined with other factors like sun exposure or weight changes.

Our Approach to Skin Laxity

Rather than chasing instant tightening, our approach focuses on long-term collagen remodeling and skin quality improvement. Treatment recommendations are based on your anatomy, degree of laxity, skin thickness, and goals.

How We Target Different Layers of the Skin

Skin laxity develops across multiple layers of the skin, not just at the surface. Loss of firmness can involve deeper support structures as well as the mid and superficial layers responsible for skin quality and elasticity. For this reason, effective treatment requires different technologies that work at different depths.

At HALO Beverly Hills, we select treatments based on which layer of the skin needs support, rather than using a single device for every patient.

Deep Support & Structural Tightening

– XERF (Multifrequency Monopolar RF)
Delivers controlled radiofrequency energy to deeper collagen-rich layers, stimulating collagen remodeling and gradual tightening. XERF is ideal for improving overall firmness and contour of the face, jawline, and neck with minimal downtime.

– Ultherapy Prime
Uses focused ultrasound to reach deeper structural layers of the skin, providing foundational support and lifting. This is particularly helpful for patients with more noticeable laxity who need deeper-level tightening.

These treatments focus on structural support and long-term firmness, rather than surface texture.

Mid to Superficial Layers: Skin Quality & Firmness

These treatments focus on improving skin quality, elasticity, and firmness by stimulating collagen closer to the surface of the skin.

– Oligio X & X-Therma (Monopolar RF)
Deliver controlled heat to the mid and superficial dermis, promoting collagen contraction and remodeling. These treatments are well suited for improving skin firmness, mild laxity, and overall skin quality.

– RF Microneedling (Sylfirm X & Potenza)
Combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen directly within the dermis. RF microneedling is ideal for:
- - + Crepey or thinning skin
  - + Early laxity
  - + Texture irregularities
  - + Overall skin quality improvement

These treatments help strengthen the skin itself, improving elasticity and firmness while complementing deeper tightening modalities.

Skin Boosters & Collagen Stimulators

In addition to energy-based treatments, skin boosters and collagen stimulators can play an important role in improving skin quality and elasticity, which directly impacts the appearance of skin laxity. These injectable treatments work within the skin to support hydration and stimulate collagen production over time, helping strengthen the skin’s structure and enhance the results of tightening treatments.

They are often used alone in early laxity or in combination with devices to support more balanced, long-term improvement.

Why a Layered Approach Matters

Because skin laxity affects multiple layers, no single treatment addresses everything. Some patients need deeper structural support, while others benefit more from improving skin quality—or a combination of both.

By layering or sequencing treatments when appropriate, we can:

– Address laxity more comprehensively
– Improve skin quality and firmness together
– Support long-term collagen health
– Achieve natural, balanced results without over-treatment

Your treatment plan is always customized based on your anatomy, degree of laxity, skin thickness, and goals.

Is Skin Laxity Treatment Right for You?

You may be a good candidate if you:

– Notice sagging or loss of firmness
– Have crepey or thinning skin
– Want tightening without surgery
– Prefer conservative, natural-looking results

A consultation allows us to evaluate your skin and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan.

What Results Can You Expect?

Skin laxity treatments work through your body’s natural healing and collagen-building processes. Results develop gradually over weeks to months and may continue to improve with time.

Patients commonly notice:

– Improved firmness and elasticity
– Better jawline and neck definition
– Smoother, healthier-looking skin
– Natural, refreshed appearance

Multiple sessions or combination treatments may be recommended depending on the degree of laxity.

Personalized Treatment Planning

During your consultation, we assess where skin laxity is occurring, which layers are most affected, your tolerance for downtime, and whether combination or staged treatments make the most sense for your goals. This layered, anatomy-based approach allows us to deliver results that look natural, supported, and long-lasting.

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PA Haley Trinh is professional and talented with a knowledge of her specialty that surpassed my expectations. I'm a real wimp when it comes to this stuff so PA Haley numbed my skin pretty well and took time to explain the procedures and reassured me throughout. She Picosured my neck and face and followed that with Potenza. The Potenza was still a bit uncomfortable but she helped me get through it. Afterwards, I got injected with some Dysport. I'm 3 weeks out from my procedures and the heavy lines all over my face and neck have really improved.

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